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Bean, Rubio, Scott Introduce New Bill to Codify Florida Permitting Program
WASHINGTON—U.S. Congressman Aaron Bean, alongside U.S. Senators Marco Rubio and Rick Scott, has introduced a new bill aimed at safeguarding Florida's state 404 Permitting Programs. The bill, known as H.R. 8101, the Maintaining Cooperative Permitting Act of 2024, is the House companion to S. 4162 introduced by Senators Rubio and Scott."The ability for states to take the lead in regulating their natural resources is vital, especially in the Sunshine State. Florida’s 404 permitting program remains essential for protecting our iconic wildlife and valued wetlands, while...
Congressman Bean Announces 2024 Congressional Art Competition Winners in Florida’s Fourth District
U.S. Congressman Aaron Bean recently hosted an awards ceremony at the Jacksonville International Airport to reveal the winners of the 2024 Congressional Art Competition for Florida’s Fourth Congressional District. The theme of the competition was “Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Art.”Speaking at the event, Congressman Bean highlighted the importance of art in American society, stating, “Since the early days of our founding, art has been essential to the creation of America’s character. Even George Washington noted that it is the duty of every good citizen to encourage...